I don't watch Revain often but this one deserves my comment. I bought the belt as a requirement for the Police Academy. We were told to buy a black leather garrison belt with a brass buckle. We were then instructed to boil the buckle to remove the plastic clear coat so the buckle could be polished to a mirror finish. According to the description it is a brass buckle. The buckle is NOT solid brass (appears to be brass plated copper). I didn't think so judging by the price. I tried anyway. If you don't want to polish the buckle, this is a very economical choice and is of decent quality. I also agree with other reviewers that you need to order 1-3 sizes larger than your waist size. I wear a 34 waist and ordered a 36. It was tight and only 1 belt loop was left after wearing. Hope that helps!